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Things to do in Austin – Fall 2022 Guide
There’s a lot to love about Austin, Texas. With its vibrant music scene, great food, and abundance of outdoor activities, it’s no wonder the city has been voted one of the best places to live in the U.S. time and time again. If you’re looking for an adventure while visiting this exciting city, there are plenty of fun things to do that won’t cost you a fortune or take up too much of your time. From tasting local brews to going on a scenic hike and everything in between, here are six must-do activities for your next trip to Austin: Hike Through the Hill Country The Texas Hill Country is…
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How to Buy a Home in Austin, Texas: A Beginners Guide
Are you thinking about buying a home in Austin, Texas? With its reputation for music, nightlife and fun continuing to grow, the city is seeing an influx of new residents. But how do you buy a home there? Where can you find one to buy? How much will it cost? What kind of mortgage do you need? And what expenses should you budget for? Here we look at why so many people want to live in Austin and how you can buy a home there too. Why is buying a home in Austin so popular? The city has seen a surge in new residents in recent years, many of whom…
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Things to do in Austin Texas – October-November 2022
It’s October in Austin Texas and even though the weather is cooling down at night, temperatures are still warm during the day and it’s a great time of year to get out and explore the Austin area. If you’re planning a visit to Austin, here’s a list of things to do that you should add to your list of places to visit before winter. 1. Check out the World Famous Congress Bridge Bats View the Congress Bridge Bats is Austin’s most popular tourist attraction for a reason. It’s simply a marvel. Watch as 1.5 million bats pepper the sky in their nightly departure from Congress Bridge in their relentless and…
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Austin Texas Home For Sale – 9609 BLUE CREEK LN
Searching for a condo for sale in Austin Texas? If so, 9609 Blue Creek Lane offers convenience, flexibility and best of all it’s in a great location! Located in north Central Austin, this Park at Quail Creek end-unit lives like a single family with limited shared wall space! This unit sits in a park-like setting and is surrounded by mature trees that offer great shading but ample natural lighting inside. The unit features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a spacious living area with high vaulted ceilings, an eat-in kitchen, a large bonus space suitable for your home office or work-out room, covered and fenced in patio area, and fantastic storage space.…
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What To Look For When Buying A Fixer Upper Home
Are you planning on buying a fixer-upper home in Austin Texas? If so, you’re not alone. In 2022, many people see buying a fixer-upper home as a path to home ownership but, before just purchasing any property, you have to know what to look for. In this article, I’ll offer you several tips that you can use to effectively buy a fixer-upper home in Austin that’s not going to become a money pit. Dry Rot One of the first things to look for before purchasing a fixer-upper property in Austin Texas is dry rot. This typically occurs when water gets into the frame of the house and the wood expands…
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Austin booms among top real estate markets for new homes, report says
The Austin new-home market is booming, according to a new ranking from real estate platform Point2. Austin is tied with San Antonio for third place on the list of the major U.S. cities with the most new homes for sale that were built in or after 2012. The ranking is based on active listings from Point2, Redfin, Realtor.com, and Zillow during the last week of April. For Austin and San Antonio, the number of new homes on the market represented a 42 percent share of all homes for sale. El Paso topped the list, with 51 percent of homes for sale being built in or after 2012. At the opposite end of…
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2905 E 13th Street – Austin Texas Home For Sale
Searching for an Austin Texas home for sale? If so, don’t miss 2905 E 13th Street in Austin! Located just two miles from downtown Austin, this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home offers 1,780 square feet and a large lot with plenty of room for anyone to enjoy their piece of Austin Texas. About 2905 E 13th Street Large and spacious, this $900,000 home is also located in a great neighborhood that’s also close to the newly improved Upper Boggy Creek Trail and there are plenty of great shops, stores, and things to do in the area as well. From this house you will also be able to enjoy downtown fireworks…
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Texas real estate market could see a cool down in 2022
AUSTIN — Texas home prices skyrocketed in 2021, but it may begin to slow in 2022, experts say. Mortgage rates dropped in 2020 as a direct response to the coronavirus pandemic. This pushed homebuyers into the market and set off a frenzy for homes in Texas when the state was already experiencing a population boom. But the push in demand where there was already a limited supply meant prices rose. “The biggest trend [in 2021] was the increasing hike in home prices,” said Luis Torres, research economist at the Texas A&M Real Estate Research Center. “You’ve seen such strong demand due to historically low mortgage rates. I think that was…
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Once the last resort for buyers, realtors say ‘everyone wants to be in Pflugerville’
In 2013, Texas Monthly writer John Spong asked the burning question on every long-term Austinite’s mind: Is Austin still Austin when it’s overrun by tech bros and rich hipsters (sometimes indistinguishable, but alas). In his story, titled “All Grown Up,” he pulls up to the Liberty, at the time the gold standard for East Side dives. His group is immediately tagged as interlopers. “Hey, yuppies, why don’t you get in your BMW and drive back to Pflugerville!” a young punk yells at Spong and his pals. Almost a decade ago, the Eastside dive bar was easily spottable from either side of East Sixth Street but is now crunched and hidden between condos. It’s…
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What Are The Unexpected Challenges You May Face When Buying A Home In 2022?
There’s no denying that now is a great time to buy a home in Austin Texas because interest rates are increasing and buyers want to lock in a low interest rate before the next rate increase. Even though you may think you’re ready to buy a property, the reality is that there are several ‘unexpected challenges’ that come from home buying in 2022 including the following: Outbidding The Other Buyer May Not Be Enough Even though you may get into a bidding war on an Austin Texas home, the reality is that outbidding the other buyer still might not be enough. The seller may agree to a lower bid especially…
